NCS Bergen County

Author, speaker, father, entrepreneur, and community leader — Issa Musharbash is a recognized leader and founder of Provident Legacy and it’s family of companies that operate a real estate brokerage, licensing school, and development company. He is also the visionary leader behind prolific media company Unshakable Productions — an award recipient of the Spirit of New Jersey Award from the Golden Door International Film Festival.

Issa has shared the stage with legendary speakers such as Les Brown and spoke at the headquarters of iconic brands such as Zillow Group, Facebook and LinkedIn, among other prominent organizations. As a teacher at heart, he finds meaningful purpose in empowering the next generation of professionals.

Issa is an active leader at the Cityline Church in Jersey City, NJ and a resident of Hudson County. He spends his time building life alongside his beautiful Ecuadorian-American wife and their three ethnically diverse children.

Sal Poliandro is a serial entrepreneur, speaker, mentor, and creative professional whose life and career have been defined by reinvention, resilience, and faith. Sal’s entrepreneurial journey began in high school as a ticket speculator, where he discovered an early passion for business, relationships, and opportunity.

Over the last three decades, Sal has built a diverse career spanning more than 20 years in real estate as a broker and over 30 years in television production, where his work contributed to an Emmy-winning production. Throughout every chapter, he has remained driven by a desire to create, lead, and connect with people in meaningful ways.

More than 10 years ago, Sal faced a major personal turning point when his weight climbed north of 315 pounds. Determined to take control of his health, he committed himself to understanding metabolism, sustainable wellness, and long-term lifestyle change. That journey transformed not only his health, but also his purpose. Since then, Sal has dedicated himself to helping others improve their health, energy, and quality of life through practical, sustainable changes.

This summer, Sal and his high school sweetheart, Dawn, will celebrate their 30th wedding anniversary. Together they have raised three adult children and have proudly called Wyckoff home for more than 20 years.

Known for his honesty, humor, and relatable storytelling, Sal speaks openly about faith, perseverance, identity, and the challenges men face in today’s world. His message encourages others to pursue growth spiritually, physically, and professionally while leading with integrity and conviction.

Walter Bond’s story begins on the basketball court, where he achieved his dream of playing in the NBA. But when his career was cut short, Walter faced a crossroads that would define the rest of his life.

Instead of giving up, he chose to reinvent himself, using what he learned on the court to build a new path as a speaker, author, and accountability expert.

This Thursday, Walter’s story of resilience and reinvention will inspire you. His message: “Your past doesn’t define you—your actions do.”

Beyond the stage and boardroom, Walter most important roles are those of a family man and community leader. Walter’s commitment to building a legacy begins with his family and extends to his community. It is his passion for strengthening communities drives him to give back. Through his vocation, he drives individuals and teams to think beyond the immediate – to build something bigger, stronger, and eternal.

As an author, Walter published three books, most recently Swim!. Walter travels the country speaking, coaching, teaching, and inspiring companies across a wide range of industries. Walter graduated from the University of Minnesota and has been married to his wife and business partner Antoinette for 30 years. They have three adult children.

Rollie Espinosa brings a diverse and accomplished background spanning advertising, media, the arts, and community service. He currently serves as an Account Representative for Endeavor Business Media, with prior experience at Crain Communications and John Wiley & Sons, where he developed a strong foundation in advertising and client strategy.

A graduate of School of Visual Arts, Rollie also pursued his passion for creativity as a gallery artist. His media career began in the 1980s as a weekend announcer and contemporary NYC Christian radio DJ at WWDJ Radio, followed by work as a network booth announcer for NBC Radio. He further expanded his broadcast experience as an NBC Page on Late Night with David Letterman.

Beyond his professional work, Rollie has been a dedicated volunteer since 2014, serving as a short-order cook at Hackensack River Mission, reflecting his deep commitment to helping others. He also hosts Metro Church North Haledon’s Saturday online “Men’s Coffee Time,” an open forum where men come together to discuss and overcome challenges such as addiction, depression, and divorce through a Bible-based perspective.

Rollie was married to his beloved wife, Francesca, for 42 years. Following her diagnosis with a terminal brain disorder, he stepped away from corporate life to care for her full-time until she went home to be with the Lord. This season of life reflects his character—marked by faith, devotion, and resilience.

Today, Rollie’s journey is defined by professional excellence, creative expression, and a steadfast commitment to serving others. His life stands as a testament to faith, perseverance, and purpose in every season.

Jordan Whitmer is the founder and CEO of the How to Life Movement, a global Gen Z-led Christian evangelism and missions organization. At just 16 years old, Jordan launched the first youth-led outreach event in his Arkansas hometown—an initiative that has since grown into a movement spanning 29 U.S. states and 11 countries across four continents.

Now 27, Jordan continues to mobilize and equip young people to boldly share their faith, empowering them to lead outreach events and foster meaningful conversations about Christ with their peers. Under his leadership, How to Life has become a vibrant network of student-led chapters and events that are transforming communities through the power of peer-to-peer influence and the Gospel.

Jordan speaks regularly around the world and collaborates with a global team of emerging leaders. He recently relocated to the New York City area to expand the organization’s impact and continues to be driven by a deep belief in the potential of Gen Z to lead their generation to Jesus.

Ryan Baitzel is a husband, father of 5, follower of Christ, and lead pastor at Emergence Church. Emergence Church was planted as an independent church in December 2011 and in that time has grown to 3 campuses, with 2000 plus weekly attenders across Northern NJ.

Erik is currently in his first year as the 7/8th grade History teacher and Head girl’s basketball coach at Eastern Christian. He previously taught and coached for 27 years in the Bergenfield School district. He has been involved in numerous sports ministries such as Inspire Sports Camp, FCA and Pass the Rock, a non-profit he started 12 years ago. Erik and his wife Susan attend and serve at Bethany Church and have 4 sons.

Jerry Palmieri has 35 years of experience as a Strength & Conditioning Coach, including 21 years in the NFL.  He began his career at the University of North Carolina, and then spent time at Oklahoma State, Kansas State, and Boston College.  In 1995, he became the first Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Jacksonville Jaguars.  After 8 seasons, he served 1 year as an assistant for the New Orleans Saints, and then spent the last 12 years of his career coordinating the Strength & Conditioning for the NY Giants.  During his tenure, the Giants won 2 Super Bowl Championships (42 and 46).

Palmieri is a 1980 graduate of Montclair State University.  He received a master’s degree in exercise physiology from North Carolina in 1984. Palmieri was a three-time New Jersey Golden Gloves champion (1976-78) and competed in international competitions as a member of the 1978 and 1979 USA Boxing Teams.

Currently, Palmieri volunteers for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes advancing that ministry in North Jersey.  He also speaks on topics of strength & conditioning and his faith, while also conducting workshops on 3 Dimensional Coaching.

Pastor Pat & his wife, Alyssa, met as teenagers and came to faith in Christ in their early 20s. They have been married for 9 years and have two children, Gemma Grace and Jude Patrick.

They began attending Bethany Church in 2012 and in 2014 Patrick sensed a calling was on his life from the Lord for pastoral ministry. He came on staff part-time in 2014 at Bethany Church while pursuing his pastoral credentialing through the Assemblies of God.

Upon receiving his pastoral licensing, Patrick began pastoring full time in 2017 serving as an associate pastor for 3 years and in 2020 was appointed the Campus Pastor for the Washington Township Campus of Bethany Church.

Raymond H. Harris established one of the country’s largest corporate architectural firms. The firm was ranked as the number two American retail design firm for three years by McGraw Hill Architectural Record Magazine. While leading his firm, he helped establish numerous other businesses, ministry efforts and projects. Using his business acumen, he capitalized educational, medical, manufacturing, and entertainment businesses in the USA and abroad.

Being an entrepreneur, he recognized talent in young men and women and became an igniting force for their businesses. Through using capital earned through his architectural practice, he has deployed millions into God’s kingdom in for-profit businesses and ministry efforts throughout the world.

Raymond is a Senior Fellow of Entrepreneurship in the Institute of Global Engagement at Dallas Baptist University. He is a writer and speaker, having previously published three books Business by Design, The Heart of Business, and The Anatomy of a Successful Firm. Raymond has delivered chapel messages at LeTourneau University, Dallas Theological Seminary (DTS), and many lectures and talks at Wheaton College, The Kings College (NYC), Oklahoma University, Dallas Baptist University, DTS Leader Board, ISI, The Navigators, OMF, Elevate USA, Movement Day, Crown Financial Ministries, Kingdom Advisors, New Canaan Society (Manhattan), Redeemer City to City with Tim Keller, among others. As Bill Hendricks of DTS once said, “Raymond is not a professional speaker, but he is a very effective one.”

Raymond has been an executive producer, founding partner and chairman of the board for Erwin Brothers Entertainment which has now become the largest faith-based movie producer. Movies include, I Can Only Imagine, American Underdog, Jesus Revolution, Moms Night Out, Woodlawn, I Still Believe, and October Baby. He is an executive producer for Getty Music on the Evensong album. Raymond sits on the board of the Come and See Foundation which owns the rights to the sensational series The Chosen.

Although Raymond has never been in vocational ministry, he has endeavored to build God’s kingdom through business and unique ministry projects. The insights through his forty years of experience in business has helped many so far, including the men that he mentors and the thousands that have heard him speak and have read his books.

Most of the ministries and businesses that Raymond helped start have said “we could not have done this or we would not be here without Raymond’s help.”